I still dream of buying a property someday that has old vehicles left behind from a previous owner, and hopefully find among them either a project I had been pining to own or a vehicle that could be sold… more»
British Classic Cars
Feb 4, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Big Cat Project: 1958 Jaguar XK 150 OTS
In an ideal world, all project cars would be created equal. However, we don’t live in a perfect world, which means that classics with the potential to command a six-figure value can possibly be considered more equal than those… more»
Feb 3, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1970 Jaguar E-Type With 31K Miles
It’s hard to find a nice, original E-Type Jaguar; most have either rusted away into expensive restoration projects or have already been restored, some better than others. But this 1970 E-Type OTS (Open Two Seater) is just that —… more»
Feb 2, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Back Yard Find: 1953 Jaguar XK120
The post-war years were a boon for British cars, sports cars in particular. In many instances, U.S. GIs returned from England and regaled friends and families with stories of fast, tight handling sports cars being propelled along narrow, winding… more»
Feb 2, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Worth Fixing? 1966 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
Hidden away in this shed and under a heavy layer of dust is what is widely acknowledged to be one of the most beautiful cars ever built. It is a 1966 Jaguar E-Type Roadster, but it has fallen on… more»
Jan 30, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Estate Sale Find: 1958 Austin Healy 100-6
While I find many different types of cars and trucks to be attractive, few ever strike me as being as just downright pretty as an Austin-Healey roadster. But it wasn’t until I heard one under heavy throttle that I… more»
Jan 30, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Unrestored Survivor: 1952 MG TD
We’ve seen a few examples of the MG TD in recent times here at Barn Finds, and their condition has ranged from the immaculate through to the pretty ropey. This 1952 example is a long way from perfect, but… more»
Jan 29, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Running Barn Find: 1964 Triumph Spitfire
$9,500 seems like a fair deal for a rust-free, bondo-free Triumph Spitfire that runs under its own power, and comes with the factory hardtop. The seller claim this specimen was hiding out in a New Hampshire barn before he… more»
Jan 29, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Running Project: 1969 Jaguar E-Type 2+2
There was a time when the two strikes against this E-Type would have doomed it to being sold for a song. It’s a slightly ungainly 2+2 model, and it’s an automatic. But these days any E-Type is valuable, and… more»
Jan 26, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Dream Come True? 1953 MG TD
Looking at pictures of this somewhat forlorn 1953 MG TD from Midlothian, Texas, one could be forgiven for wondering how such a car was indicative of the British sports car “invasion” that took place in the US after World… more»
Jan 24, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve: 1964 Triumph TR4
Classic British sports cars remain a firm favorite amongst people who want to tackle a hands-on restoration. It is easy to see why because their engineering and construction are generally relatively uncomplicated, meaning that most tasks can be tackled… more»
Jan 22, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Very Original! 1951 MG TD
MGs get regular coverage here on Barn Finds and the TD has made an appearance as recently as last week. Many of the TDs that we have featured have been in either very nice original or excellently restored condition…. more»
Jan 21, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Dual-Quad V12: No Reserve 1971 Jaguar E-Type
By the time the Series III Jaguar E-Type was released in 1971, it had become a softer and more refined Grand Tourer. However, the inclusion of a V12 under the hood meant that it was a vehicle that could… more»
Jan 21, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Unusual Three Wheeler! 1959 Berkeley T60
Ever heard of a Berkeley? We have covered them here at Barn Finds before but I have to admit, I’ve missed those posts. This example is a bit special as it’s a three-wheeler – how unusual! Let’s take a… more»
Jan 20, 2021 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Original RHD Project: 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow
Old Rolls-Royces and Bentleys rarely enjoy a peaceful retirement if they fall into the wrong hands, meaning they usually aren’t long for the road if the latest owner lacks passion, cash, or in most cases, both. This is not… more»
Jan 18, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Stalled Project: 1957 MG Magnette
The second that I saw a listing for an MG Magnette, I locked right upon it – I actually knew what it was! A good friend has a 1958 model and the first time that he showed me his,… more»
